Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Hudnall Corner Chimney Survey
Find out the condition of the chimney stack at your property in Hudnall Corner. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- Cracked or missing flaunching
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
Chimney survey in Hudnall Corner: what you get
A chimney survey looks at the stack and everything around it: the pots and cowls, the flaunching on top, the pointing, the brickwork and the flashings where it meets the roof. We also look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there’s safe access. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. We survey single stacks on houses and groups of stacks on bigger buildings. Common reasons to book are mortar washing out of the joints and damp patches on chimney breasts, on flaunching, lead flashings and brick chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Hudnall Corner, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Hudnall Corner (HP4)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a chimney survey looks like in Hudnall Corner
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Around Hudnall Corner, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Hudnall Corner is about 4 miles north-east of Berkhamsted, in Hertfordshire. We carry out chimney surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Hudnall Corner and nearby. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Hudnall Corner. Our Milton Keynes page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in HP4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you are just outside Hudnall Corner, we cover Hudnall (1 mile west), Little Gaddesden (1 mile west), Ringshall (2 miles west) and Dagnall (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Watford (12 miles south-east), Hemel Hempstead (5 miles south-east), St Albans (10 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (14 miles east), Harpenden (8 miles east) and Hitchin (15 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Hudnall Corner
The nearest railway station is Berkhamsted station, about 3.4 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Hemel Hempstead Hospital (4.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Sallowsprings and Ivinghoe Beacon.
What we are asked to look at in Hudnall Corner
The flaunching on top of a stack holds the pots in place and sheds water. Once it cracks, water gets in and frost makes the cracks bigger. Loose pots can follow.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Spalled or crumbling bricks
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- A stack that appears to lean
- Gaps in the mortar around the pots
If you own a rental within reach of Berkhamsted station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What follow-up you get after the report
- When you’ll get the report
- Which limits apply to the survey
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift in wind or pull out of their mortar joints. Any loose or split flashings are recorded.
Brick stacks
Spalled bricks, where the face has flaked off, are a sign of water and frost. Any spalling is noted with photos.
Towns and villages near Hudnall Corner
What else we do in Hudnall Corner
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hudnall Corner
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Useful tips for Hudnall Corner property owners
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Note any damp on chimney breasts and when it appears
- Glance at the stacks from the street now and then
- Never climb onto the roof to look at a chimney
- Make sure fixings on the stack are secure
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Get small mortar repairs done while they’re small. Small repairs now can save bigger work later.
Hudnall Corner questions
I let a flat near Berkhamsted station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Is my home in Hudnall Corner listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Will I get photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Most people never get a close look at their chimney stacks. Problems often go unnoticed until damp appears inside. Surveying the stack now can catch problems first. In a place like Hudnall Corner, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- 20+ years’ experience
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. In a small place like Hudnall Corner, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us how many stacks there are and any damp or problems you’ve noticed.
- Each chimney is viewed from wherever it can safely be seen.
- Every part we can see is looked at: pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, bricks and flashings.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the stack in the loft and the chimney breasts for damp.
- You get a report with photos and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.